CRADLE WEDDINGS
Step into your dream wedding at the Cradle Boutique Hotel, where reality exceeds your
wildest imagination. Picture yourself surrounded by the pristine African Bushveld, stretching
as far as the eye can see. Our luxury venue, located in the heart of the Cradle of Humankind
World Heritage Site, provides an unforgettable backdrop for your special day.
As you arrive, a low rocky ridge hides the venue from view, adding an element of mystery to
your experience. Our spectacular wedding setting is only a stone’s throw away from
Johannesburg and Pretoria, and situated in the Greater Cradle Nature Reserve. The reserve
offers the perfect blend of modern luxury and wild, untamed nature, making it an ideal
destination for nature-loving couples.
Our authentic African Bushveld backdrop merges seamlessly with the modern, open-plan
design of our function venues. The result is an impression of an outdoor setting, with all the
conveniences of a luxurious indoor space. Our experienced team is dedicated to making
your special day unforgettable, from the décor to the catering.
At the Cradle Boutique Hotel, we take pride in offering a sustainable wedding experience.
Our commitment to sustainability means that we source only the best, freshest, and
sustainable local ingredients, creating a farm-to-table dining experience for you and your
guests. Our non-invasive and organic methodology for food production from the land means
that you can enjoy your wedding feast with the knowledge that you are helping to preserve
the environment.
Create unforgettable memories at our unique and beautiful venue, where the African
Bushveld meets modern luxury.
We have four venues to choose from:
The Motsetse Cellar (situated in the main building); The Pavilion (slightly apart from the hotel reception area); and The Glade (a picturesque picnic area next to the Motsetse Stream).
Luxury accommodation with all the bells and whistles, gourmet meals and a specially selected wine list, ensures that the entire day is a memorable affair for everyone — not just the wedding couple.
The Cradle Boutique Hotel with this charming venue is situated a mere 9 kilometres from Lanseria International Airport on the Cradle Nature Reserve, which encompasses 7,000 hectares of Highveld bush.
Our glorious Gauteng weather makes for perfect outdoor weddings, so we typically host ceremonies in The Glade next to the Motsetse Stream. Pre-reception drinks and snacks are presented to guests in your chosen venue while your photographs may be taken in any of the locations around the Hotel.
For your wedding reception, you may choose from four exceptionally unique venues, keeping in mind that your choice will largely dependent on the size of your wedding party.
The Cradle Boutique Hotel Nature Reserve has the following venues: The Glade/Motsetse; The Glade/Stoneroom; The Glade/Boma; The Pavilion and The Glade.
The Cradle Restaurant’s is a modern architectural masterpiece in stone, steel and glass, with retractable floor-to-ceiling glass doors that offer breathtaking views of the landscape. The Pavilion is set slightly apart from the main building and boasts similar architecture as the Restaurant, as well as endless African Bushveld views. The Motsetse Cellar in the lower level of the main building. The Glade is blissfully situated next to the Motsetse stream.
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PACKAGE 1: UP TO 46 GUESTS
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OPTIONS– Different menu selections. |
PACKAGE INCLUDES– Venue hire: The Glade & Motsetse – Pre Day set up – 46 x Metal Chairs – 6 x Wooden Tables – Ceremony Canapes (4 per person) – 3 x course set menu from R525.00 per person – 4 x waiters – 2 x barmen – 1 x function manager (8 hrs) – Bridal suite on the evening of the wedding for the bridal couple, including breakfast the following morning (Choice between having it in the room together, or in the restaurant with friends & family) – Standard cutlery, crockery & glassware – 2 x safari vehicles to transport guests to The Glade & back to the main hotel 2 x safari vehicles for wedding photographs on the reserve (2 hours) – for up to 20 guests |
Final cost dependant on the final number of guests.
PACKAGE 2: UP TO 70 GUESTS
Beautiful stonework, a valuated ceiling and slide-away glass doors the full length of the Stone Room create a sense of being enveloped by the bush. The Stone Room is situated a stone’s throw from the main building, yet leaves you breathless with a phenomenal natural scenery. |
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– Venue hire: The Glade & Stone Room – Pre Day set up – Ceremony Canapes (4 per person) – 3 x course set menu from R525.00 per person – 7 x waiters – 3 x barmen – 1 x function manager (8hrs) – Bridal suite on the evening of the wedding for the bridal couple, including breakfast the following morning (Choice between having it in the room together, or in the restaurant with friends & family) – Standard cutlery, crockery & glassware – Tables – 70 x Metal Chairs – 7 x Wooden Tables – 3 x safari vehicles to transport guests to The Glade & back to the main hotel – 3 x vehicles – Photographs on the Main Reserve (2 hours) |
Final cost dependant on the final number of guests
PACKAGE 3: UP TO 90 GUESTSVENUE: THE PAVILION
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– Exclusive use of the whole Pavilion complex – Pre Day set up – 3 x course set menu from R525.00 per person – Ceremony Canapes (4 per person) – 8 x waiters – 3 x barmen – 1 x function manager (8hrs) – Bridal suite on the evening of the wedding for the bridal couple, including breakfast the following morning (Choice between having it in the room together, or in the restaurant with friends & family) – Standard cutlery, crockery & glassware – 8 x Wooden Tables – 80 x Metal Chairs – 2 x Game Drive vehicles for pictures on the nature reserve (20 pax – 2 hrs) – Generator usage in power outages – (2 hours) |
Final cost dependant on the final number of guests
PACKAGE 4: UP TO 80 GUESTSVENUE: THE PAVILION
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OPTIONS – Different menu selections.
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– Exclusive use of the whole Pavilion complex – Pre Day set up – Ceremony Canapes (4 per person) – 3 x course set menu @ R525.00 per person – 15 x waiters – 4 x barmen – 1 x function manager (8hrs) – Bridal suite on the evening of the wedding for the bridal couple, including breakfast the following morning (Choice between having it in the room together, or in the restaurant with friends & family) – Standard cutlery, crockery & glassware – 15 x Wooden Tables – 136 x Metal Chairs – 2 x Game Drive vehicles for pictures on the nature reserve (20 pax – 2 hrs) – Generator usage in power outages – (2 hours) |
Final cost dependant on final number of guests
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